I knew that was an exaggeration, but I didn't realize by how much. Still, he's not always in the lead or even within striking distance of it. There are many others just as good as he is.

Look, I'm not a Tiger Woods fan. Like I said earlier, I don't care for his unsportsmanlike demeanor on the golf course. But to say that there are many others just as good as Tiger is just silly. I have to respect his mental and physical ability. He will probably break Nicklaus's record for all time Major wins before he's through. He's one of the most rare and special competitors that I've ever seen. I gotta give it to him.

Tom Watson kept Nicklaus from having 22 or 23 Majors. Perhaps Watson made Tiger's job easier in that regard.

I feel Tiger's career will be done at 35 because even a rebuilt knee can only withstand so much torque that Tiger generates with each swing. Tiger doesn't have Watson's "smart man's" game. While Tiger missed the cut at the Open Championship, Tom Watson, rebuilt hip and all, was 8 feet away from greater immortality....

Tom Watson kept Nicklaus from having 22 or 23 Majors. Perhaps Watson made Tiger's job easier in that regard.

I feel Tiger's career will be done at 35 because even a rebuilt knee can only withstand so much torque that Tiger generates with each swing. Tiger doesn't have Watson's "smart man's" game. While Tiger missed the cut at the Open Championship, Tom Watson, rebuilt hip and all, was 8 feet away from greater immortality....

I was rooting for Tom, as was most everyone. What an incredible Golf Tournament! But I felt good for Stewart Cink. He's come close so many times and I was happy to see him win a major.

I have to disagree with you about Tiger not having Watson's "smart man's" game. I think Tiger's intellect and poise under pressure is even more impressive than his physical attributes. But I do think he hurts himself with his unsportsmanlike antics on the course. And it's strange, because whenever he's interviewed - win or lose - he comes across with class and honor. But on the course he allows his temper to get the better of him. Time will tell if this one flaw keeps him from surpassing the Golden Bear.

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THIS JUST IN: Cubs overtake the Cardinals for first place in the NL Central.

Awwwww... well, it's not really a surprise, though. They're the most self-defeating team I've ever seen.

Yeah. Remember that the last time we won the World Series, we squeaked into the playoffs, earning the wild card spot on the very last game of the season.

On the other hand, we can reminisce about a World Series win that occurred after the fall of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Of course, some could say you guys won the World Series a few years ago only because the Tigers, particularly their pitchers' fielding, self-destructed. Didn't the Tiger pitchers average more than an error per game in that series?

Josh Willingham of the Washington Nationals hits two grand slams in a 14-6 rout of Milwaukee. Only 18 pitchers have pitched perfect games, but only 13 players have hit two grand slams in one game, making the latter feat even more of a rarity. (Prior to Fernando Tatis hitting two slams in one inning for the Cardinals 10 years ago, the only NL player to hit two grand slams in a game WAS a pitcher.)

Josh Willingham of the Washington Nationals hits two grand slams in a 14-6 rout of Milwaukee. Only 18 pitchers have pitched perfect games, but only 13 players have hit two grand slams in one game, making the latter feat even more of a rarity. (Prior to Fernando Tatis hitting two slams in one inning for the Cardinals 10 years ago, the only NL player to hit two grand slams in a game WAS a pitcher.)

THIS JUST IN: Cubs overtake the Cardinals for first place in the NL Central.

Awwwww... well, it's not really a surprise, though. They're the most self-defeating team I've ever seen.

Yeah. Remember that the last time we won the World Series, we squeaked into the playoffs, earning the wild card spot on the very last game of the season.

On the other hand, we can reminisce about a World Series win that occurred after the fall of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Of course, some could say you guys won the World Series a few years ago only because the Tigers, particularly their pitchers' fielding, self-destructed. Didn't the Tiger pitchers average more than an error per game in that series?

Yes, and without in any way discrediting the remarkable achievements of the Red Sox, we lost the 2004 Series because we made eight errors in that four-game series. Funny thing is, though, that the '04 Cardinals were in many ways superior to the '06 team. I considered the '06 win making up for the disaster of '04. St. Louis is in my opinion, the most self-defeating team in the major leagues. It came as no surprise to me that we were #1 in blown saves last year.

But, lest you think our winning is just a fluke, let me remind you of all our World Series wins:1926193119341942194419461964196719822006

And of yours:19071908

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THIS JUST IN: Cubs overtake the Cardinals for first place in the NL Central.

Awwwww... well, it's not really a surprise, though. They're the most self-defeating team I've ever seen.

Yeah. Remember that the last time we won the World Series, we squeaked into the playoffs, earning the wild card spot on the very last game of the season.

On the other hand, we can reminisce about a World Series win that occurred after the fall of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Of course, some could say you guys won the World Series a few years ago only because the Tigers, particularly their pitchers' fielding, self-destructed. Didn't the Tiger pitchers average more than an error per game in that series?

Yes, and without in any way discrediting the remarkable achievements of the Red Sox, we lost the 2004 Series because we made eight errors in that four-game series. Funny thing is, though, that the '04 Cardinals were in many ways superior to the '06 team. I considered the '06 win making up for the disaster of '04. St. Louis is in my opinion, the most self-defeating team in the major leagues. It came as no surprise to me that we were #1 in blown saves last year.

But, lest you think our winning is just a fluke, let me remind you of all our World Series wins:1926193119341942194419461964196719822006

I'm kind of with you. I do think baseball is a sport, but I just can't get into it. And especially with the rampant steroid scandals, I just don't waste my time anymore. So let's get back to college football, international soccer, and other exciting things!

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Who do you think are the three greatest athletes of all time, and why?

Here are my 3:

Pele

Muhammad Ali

Michael Jordan

And here are some of the criteria I use in my consideration:

-Raw atheletic ability-Heart, effort, and determination-The impact they had on their sport-The impact they had on their society-Championships and wins-Statistics-The quality of the competition they faced-Character

I look forward to reading other opinions!

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I have to disagree with you about Tiger not having Watson's "smart man's" game. I think Tiger's intellect and poise under pressure is even more impressive than his physical attributes. But I do think he hurts himself with his unsportsmanlike antics on the course. And it's strange, because whenever he's interviewed - win or lose - he comes across with class and honor. But on the course he allows his temper to get the better of him. Time will tell if this one flaw keeps him from surpassing the Golden Bear.

I've never seen Tiger act unsportsmanlike on the course. Any examples?

I have to disagree with you about Tiger not having Watson's "smart man's" game. I think Tiger's intellect and poise under pressure is even more impressive than his physical attributes. But I do think he hurts himself with his unsportsmanlike antics on the course. And it's strange, because whenever he's interviewed - win or lose - he comes across with class and honor. But on the course he allows his temper to get the better of him. Time will tell if this one flaw keeps him from surpassing the Golden Bear.

I've never seen Tiger act unsportsmanlike on the course. Any examples?

Well he hits the ground a lot with his clubs after he hits a poor shot. He also uses a lot of profanity. During the British Open some of the commentators even mentioned it a few times. They usually don't bring it up because of his popularity, but after he missed the cut they showed some highlights of his unportsmanlike behavior. A famous golfer who is retired even remarked about it publicly (I forget who now). He said that he is disappointed to see someone with so much talent act like that.

But look, Golf is a cruel sport so I can understand the frustration. If I played golf I'm sure I'd act a lot worse than Tiger. And he's not nearly as bad as Sergio Garcia is.

Tiger's caddy also irritates me. He's really obnoxious.

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Who do you think are the three greatest athletes of all time, and why?

Here are my 3:

Pele

Muhammad Ali

Michael Jordan

And here are some of the criteria I use in my consideration:

-Raw atheletic ability-Heart, effort, and determination-The impact they had on their sport-The impact they had on their society-Championships and wins-Statistics-The quality of the competition they faced-Character

I look forward to reading other opinions!

Selam

Roman Šebrle, the world record holder in the decathlon, the ultimate track and field event for determining all-around athleticism:

Who do you think are the three greatest athletes of all time, and why?

Here are my 3:

Pele

Muhammad Ali

Michael Jordan

And here are some of the criteria I use in my consideration:

-Raw atheletic ability-Heart, effort, and determination-The impact they had on their sport-The impact they had on their society-Championships and wins-Statistics-The quality of the competition they faced-Character

I look forward to reading other opinions!

Selam

Roman Šebrle, the world record holder in the decathlon, the ultimate track and field event for determining all-around athleticism:

He is from the Czech Republic, and he has competed since about the mid-90s until the present day.

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As a result of a thousand million years of evolution, the universe is becoming conscious of itself, able to understand something of its past history and its possible future.-- Sir Julian Sorell Huxley FRS

USAINBOLT! Usain Bolt, the Jamaican sprinter who won three Gold medals in the Beijing Olympics, shattered the world record Sunday in the 100 meter dash and posted a 9.58! He may very well be the most dominant athlete that I have ever seen. Incredible. And looking at his body, I think he's all natural. I don't think he's on the needle.

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Looks like this year's Major League Baseball season is turning into a season of rarities. First we have Mark Buehrle pitching the 18th perfect game in Major League history. Then we have Josh Willingham hitting two grand slams in one game for only the 13th time this had ever been done. Now this: the 15th ever unassisted triple play. Watch Phillies second baseman Eric Bruntlett pull the snag, bag, and tag special to finish his team's win over the Mets today.

Three more weeks until the official start of Football season! Woot! Woot!

BAMA opens against Virginia Tech at the Georgia Dome on September 5th! Should be a great game. RTR!!!

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Pshaw! Keep your College Football. Too many teams, too many conferences, and the Bowl system is a joke. I like the NFL!

Not to mention, I usually spend all day Saturday running around, getting my errands/housekeeping done so I can spend all my time after Church on Sunday watching Football!

After all, that's what Sunday's were made for: God, family, and football. In that order! lol

J-E-T-S! JETS! JETS! JETS!

I'm just the opposite. I only deal with college football. Pulling for an NFL team is just pulling for a business. NFL players hop from team to team from year to year. They're all playing for themselves. Every team runs the same cookie cutter offense. Too many games that don't mean anything. No true rivalries. Prosaic atmosphere.

But college players are still hungry. They play passionately for their team, their school, and their state. Every game counts. You have intense rivalries. Each college - whether big or small - has it's own unique traditions and culture. And nothing beats the atmosphere of a college campus on a Saturday afternoon game day.

But hey, that's just me. To each his own.

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I always thought Brett Favre was a decent guy until the Super Bowl Win more than a decade ago just went to his head.

At least Elway had grace and class to retire at the top. A lot of people are forgetting the good things from Brett Favre's career and this desperation from Favre will steamroll teams and kill the confidence of starting quarterbacks (Tavares Jackson comes to mind and there are many others).

I always thought Brett Favre was a decent guy until the Super Bowl Win more than a decade ago just went to his head.

At least Elway had grace and class to retire at the top. A lot of people are forgetting the good things from Brett Favre's career and this desperation from Favre will steamroll teams and kill the confidence of starting quarterbacks (Tavares Jackson comes to mind and there are many others).

As an aside, I like to see the Ravens finish 3-13 this year.

Personally, the Lions HAVE TO win at least one game this year. They can't possibly go 0-32 over a 2-year span, can they?

"There is a cult of ignorance in the United States, and there always has been. The strain of anti-intellectualism has been a constant thread winding its way through our political and cultural life, nurtured by the false notion that democracy means that “my ignorance is just as good as your knowledge."" Isaac Asimov

Baseball: dont care but the cardinals for my Grandpa and the Cubbies cuz I'm from there. Tigers...eeeh, whatever.

basketball: what? did someone say something, I was sleeping. Except at college, where BBall was king (IWU Spartans!)

Even though you're a Wolverine and I'm a Crimson Tider, it's nice to see someone else who recognizes that college football is where it's at! Terrell Owens? Michael Vick? Brett Favre? Plaxico Burress? Dontae Stallworth? They really expect me to fork out 100$ or more to go watch these Jackasses?!

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Baseball: dont care but the cardinals for my Grandpa and the Cubbies cuz I'm from there. Tigers...eeeh, whatever.

basketball: what? did someone say something, I was sleeping. Except at college, where BBall was king (IWU Spartans!)

Even though you're a Wolverine and I'm a Crimson Tider, it's nice to see someone else who recognizes that college football is where it's at! Terrell Owens? Michael Vick? Brett Favre? Plaxico Burress? Dontae Stallworth? They really expect me to fork out 100$ or more to go watch these Jackasses?!

Baseball: dont care but the cardinals for my Grandpa and the Cubbies cuz I'm from there. Tigers...eeeh, whatever.

basketball: what? did someone say something, I was sleeping. Except at college, where BBall was king (IWU Spartans!)

Even though you're a Wolverine and I'm a Crimson Tider, it's nice to see someone else who recognizes that college football is where it's at! Terrell Owens? Michael Vick? Brett Favre? Plaxico Burress? Dontae Stallworth? They really expect me to fork out 100$ or more to go watch these Jackasses?!

Selam

GO DUCKS!!!

Is that Oregon?

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Baseball: dont care but the cardinals for my Grandpa and the Cubbies cuz I'm from there. Tigers...eeeh, whatever.

basketball: what? did someone say something, I was sleeping. Except at college, where BBall was king (IWU Spartans!)

Even though you're a Wolverine and I'm a Crimson Tider, it's nice to see someone else who recognizes that college football is where it's at! Terrell Owens? Michael Vick? Brett Favre? Plaxico Burress? Dontae Stallworth? They really expect me to fork out 100$ or more to go watch these Jackasses?!

Baseball: dont care but the cardinals for my Grandpa and the Cubbies cuz I'm from there. Tigers...eeeh, whatever.

basketball: what? did someone say something, I was sleeping. Except at college, where BBall was king (IWU Spartans!)

Even though you're a Wolverine and I'm a Crimson Tider, it's nice to see someone else who recognizes that college football is where it's at! Terrell Owens? Michael Vick? Brett Favre? Plaxico Burress? Dontae Stallworth? They really expect me to fork out 100$ or more to go watch these Jackasses?!

Selam

GO DUCKS!!!

Is that Oregon?

Selam

Darn quackin', it is!

You guys have cool uniforms!

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